Axis Conversations Jenna Mindel on Slang, Cultural Trends, and Discipling the Next Generation
Jan 27, 2026
Jenna Mindel, a writer and content creator who studies Spiritual Formation and writes about Gen Z faith, explores slang origins like chopped, unk, and choppleganger. She unpacks viral empty-container slang such as Ohio and explains why learning youth language matters. Short takes cover online trends, cultural engagement, and how adults can thoughtfully relate to younger generations.
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Origin Story Of "Chopped"
- Jenna explains the origin of "chopped" from a TikTok where a man said, "Just found out I'm chopped and also unk."
- She shares how the term morphed into meaning ugly, old, or out of the loop among Gen Z users.
Learn Key Slang To Connect
- Learn common positive slang like "drip," "heat," and friendly terms like "twin" to connect with younger people.
- Use these words to open conversation, not to police identity or force belonging.
Slang Builds Community Then Spreads
- Jenna says slang often starts in smaller communities (e.g., drag, Black culture) and spreads via the internet.
- She argues slang forms shared identity and connection before it dilutes as it goes mainstream.
